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How to Make Tuscan White Bean Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to hearty and satisfying soups, Tuscan White Bean Soup is a classic choice that never disappoints. This rustic Italian dish is packed with flavor, loaded with healthy ingredients, and perfect for a cozy night in. Whether you’re a soup aficionado or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to warm up with a bowl of comfort.

One of the best things about Tuscan White Bean Soup is its simplicity. With just a few basic ingredients, you can create ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon, finely chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, quartered lengthwise
  • 1 medium stalk celery, quartered crosswise
  • 1 medium carrots, quartered crosswise
  • 2 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
  • 3 (19 ounce) cans Progresso® cannellini beans, drained
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 1 (32 ounce) carton Progresso® reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • ¼ cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon gray sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, cook bacon, onion, celery, carrot and 2 cloves garlic over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium. Add beans, bay leaf, wine and broth; cover and cook 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat; cool about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 8-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic begins to brown. Stir in red pepper flakes; cook a few seconds. Stir in basil; cook until basil wilts.
  • Remove bay leaf from bean mixture. Pour mixture into food processor; cover and puree. Return to saucepan; stir in salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly heated.
  • Ladle soup into individual soup bowls. Top each with basil mixture.

    • Nutrition

    324 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 1226mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 145mg

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    Appetizer recipes
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    Italian recipes
    Comfort food recipes